1. She Had a Prolific Collegiate Career at Wisconsin

By the time her tenure in Madison was over, she was the school’s all-time leader in career goals (143), career shots (986), career points (262), career game-winning goals (30), power-play goals (37), shorthanded goals (8), plus/minus (+167) and hat tricks (9).

2. She Grew Up in a Skiing Household

According to Hilary-Knight.com, Knight’s parents were skiers who had never ice skated. Her cousin, Chip Knight, was a three-time Olympic skier. Consequently, she was introduced to skis at age two. Hilary’s mom, Cynthia, first got turned onto the idea of Hilary playing hockey from her paddle tennis partner, whose husband proposed it.

“We are very pleased to have Hilary as a representative of Sun Valley. Her ‘team-first’ positive attitude and enthusiasm is a great example for the young women in our community. We are pleased Hilary is able to take a break from her grueling training schedule to return home and be with us today to accept this award and we look forward to her continued success.”

Mayor Willitch presented Knight with a plaque and a key to the city during a city council meeting.